Preparation
Step-by-step instructions
1
Present the ideas or sketches
- Display all the ideas on an accessible surface.
- Briefly explain each proposal to ensure everyone understands them.
2
Define the voting criteria
- Remind participants of the objectives and success metrics.
- Explain that votes should be placed on specific elements within the ideas.
3
Conduct the voting
- Provide each participant with an unlimited number of stickers or markers.
- Ask them to distribute their votes over the elements they find most important.
4
Observe the heat map
- Identify areas with the highest concentration of votes.
- Recognize patterns and trends.
5
Discussion and prioritization
- Analyze the most-voted elements and discuss the reasons behind them.
- Conduct a second round of voting if necessary.
Materials
Large sheets or cards with sketches, ideas, or proposals.
Whiteboard, wall, or surface to display the ideas.
Small colored stickers or markers.
Clock or timer to manage the voting time.
Sticky notes for additional comments.
Digital tools
Practical recommendations
Ensure that participants understand the voting criteria.
Use different colors to represent different criteria.
If there are too many options, divide them into categories before voting.
Allow each person to vote individually before group discussion to avoid influence.
Complement with other prioritization techniques if needed.
Inspiration
Inspiration: Variations for Different Uses
- Multi-criteria voting: Assign different types of stickers for aspects like impact, feasibility, and innovation.
- Team voting: Divide participants into small groups to compare results.
- Justified voting: Participants explain their choices.
- Progressive voting: Conduct an initial general round, then vote again among the top-rated options.
- Reverse heat map: Identify elements that raise doubts instead of the most valued ones.
